The community health nurse is preparing to establish a partnership with other community health professionals. Which of the following would be key?
A) Looking for other professionals who have similar beliefs
B) Using visual and creative consensus-building techniques
C) Maintaining a strict focused plan toward goal achievement
D) Developing the plan first and then involving partners
B
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While examining a 14-year-old for spinal curvature, the nurse notes a slight curving of the upper spine, and documents it as which of the following?
1. Slight curve to the right noted in the superior thoracic spine. 2. Spinal column shows a slight curve to the right. 3. Spinal column appears to curve to the right. 4. Scoliosis noted on the spinal column.
A nursing student asks a nurse why a patient in hypertensive crisis is receiving both intravenous sodium nitroprusside [Nitropress] and oral hydralazine. The nurse will explain that this is done to prevent:
a. cyanide poisoning. b. fluid retention. c. rebound hypertension. d. reflex tachycardia.
A patient diagnosed with gouty arthritis is prescribed the drug colchicine to reduce symptoms. Which medication education should the nurse provide?
1. There is a possibility of orthostatic hypotension. 2. A diet with fewer restrictions on purine ingestion may be adopted. 3. The pain will diminish, but the joint will remain swollen and red. 4. Vomiting and/or diarrhea are common side effects of this medication.
The client is on strict bedrest following hip surgery. Which of the following nursing interventions would support vascular health?
A) Place pillows under the unaffected knee for support. B) Keep the client in a prone position for at least 20 minutes twice a day. C) Have the client alternately flex and extend the feet several times a day. D) Position the bed to flex the knees at least 20 degrees.